Alliance Resource Partners LP (ARLP)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
ARLP
Alliance Resource Partners LP
$26.66
+0.72%
ENERGY · Cap: $3.43B
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$90.67
+1.98%
ENERGY · Cap: $248.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 12197% more annual revenue ($266.89B vs $2.17B). ARLP leads profitability with a 11.4% profit margin vs 6.7%. ARLP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.57. SHEL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
ARLP
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
SHEL
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+50.9%
Fair Value
$51.94
Current Price
$26.66
$25.28 discount
Margin of Safety
+4.1%
Fair Value
$84.23
Current Price
$90.67
$6.44 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 9.8B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 376.2% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 3.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Revenue declined 4.5%
Earnings declined 87.7%
6.7% margin — thin
Revenue declined 3.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ARLP
The strongest argument for ARLP centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.57 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SHEL
The strongest argument for SHEL centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 1.32 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ARLP
The primary concerns for ARLP are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are Profit Margin, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ARLP profiles as a declining stock while SHEL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ARLP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.28 — expect wider price swings.
SHEL is growing revenue faster at -3.3% — sustainability is the question.
ARLP generates stronger free cash flow (9.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SHEL scores higher overall (61/100 vs 53/100). ARLP offers better value entry with a 50.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Alliance Resource Partners LP
ENERGY · THERMAL COAL · USA
Alliance Resource Partners, LP, a diversified natural resources company, produces and markets coal primarily for industrial and utility users in the United States. The company is headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Shell PLC ADR
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Shell plc is a global petrochemical and energy company. The company is headquartered in The Hague, the Netherlands.
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